Wild Rice Dressing

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
13%
Wild Rice Dressing
45 min.
8
325kcal

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Looking for a delightful side dish that will impress your guests and elevate your meal? Look no further than this Wild Rice Dressing! Perfectly vegetarian and gluten-free, this dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a wholesome addition to any table. With a rich blend of flavors and textures, it combines the nutty essence of wild rice with the sweetness of dried apricots or cranberries, creating a harmonious balance that will tantalize your taste buds.

Imagine the aroma of sautéed onions and celery wafting through your kitchen as you prepare this dish. The addition of fresh herbs like parsley and sage brings a burst of freshness, while the crunchy pecans add a delightful contrast to the tender rice. This dressing is not just a side; it’s a celebration of flavors that can complement any main course, from roasted vegetables to hearty plant-based proteins.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe serves eight, making it ideal for family gatherings or festive occasions. Plus, it can be prepared in advance, allowing you to enjoy more time with your loved ones. With only 325 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black
  • stalks celery finely chopped
  • cup apricots dried roughly chopped
  • cup flat-leaf parsley leaves fresh finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup sage fresh finely chopped
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 32 ounce chicken broth low-sodium
  • cup pecans finely chopped
  • stick butter unsalted plus more for the dish
  • cup rice wild
  • small onion yellow finely chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • pot

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350 F. In a pot, over medium-high heat, bring the broth and 2 cups water to a boil.
  2. Add the wild rice and brown rice, reduce heat to low, and cover. Simmer until tender, about 45 minutes. Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
  3. Add the onion and celery and cook for 10 minutes.
  4. Add the cooked rice, parsley, sage, pecans, apricots or cranberries, salt, and pepper and toss.
  5. Transfer to a buttered casserole. Cover and bake for 25 minutes.In Advance: Assemble the dressing but do not bake it. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
  6. Bake as directed, adding 10 minutes to the baking time.

Nutrition Facts

Calories325kcal
Protein8.7%
Fat56.22%
Carbs35.08%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.8
Glycemic Load
11.08
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
19.391739269961%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.33mg
Delphinidin
0.9mg
Catechin
0.9mg
Epigallocatechin
0.7mg
Epicatechin
0.1mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.28mg
Apigenin
16.59mg
Luteolin
0.24mg
Isorhamnetin
0.44mg
Kaempferol
0.2mg
Myricetin
1.12mg
Quercetin
1.86mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:324.7kcal
16.23%
Fat:21.46g
33.02%
Saturated Fat:8.29g
51.82%
Carbohydrates:30.13g
10.04%
Net Carbohydrates:25.82g
9.39%
Sugar:10.46g
11.62%
Cholesterol:30.37mg
10.12%
Sodium:345.88mg
15.04%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.47g
14.94%
Vitamin K:129.94µg
123.75%
Copper:1.62mg
81.04%
Manganese:0.96mg
47.86%
Vitamin A:1649.37IU
32.99%
Vitamin B3:3.63mg
18.15%
Phosphorus:180.66mg
18.07%
Fiber:4.31g
17.24%
Magnesium:64.18mg
16.04%
Potassium:522.33mg
14.92%
Vitamin C:11.39mg
13.8%
Zinc:2.07mg
13.78%
Iron:1.95mg
10.84%
Folate:42.26µg
10.56%
Vitamin E:1.47mg
9.79%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.4%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.19%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.14%
Calcium:51.48mg
5.15%
Vitamin B5:0.5mg
5%
Selenium:1.65µg
2.35%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.29%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.41%
Source:My Recipes